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David Ackerman, LCSW

Experienced New York LCSW for individuals and couples
  • Couples and individual therapy
  • Trauma and abuse support
  • Accepting international clients

About David Ackerman

David Ackerman is an individual and couples therapist licensed in New York with 22 years of clinical experience. He holds an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and emotional abuse.

He is considered warm and compassionate and uses an interactive style that invites collaboration. His approach blends humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives with goal-focused techniques, allowing him to adapt to each person's needs while keeping treatment oriented toward concrete change.

David has experience supporting people with chronic mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression, as well as personality and eating disorders. He also addresses self-esteem matters, life transitions and the challenges that come with chronic illness.

His therapeutic aim is to build a meaningful alliance and to work collaboratively to strengthen coping strategies and create more satisfying relationships. He draws on a variety of methods to match treatment to the individual's circumstances and goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does David Ackerman have?

David Ackerman has 22 years of clinical experience.

Is David Ackerman a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 038001.

In which languages does David Ackerman provide therapy?

David provides therapy in English.

Where is David Ackerman located?

David is located in New York.

How can I work with David Ackerman as my therapist?

Clients can work with David through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does David Ackerman work with international clients?

Yes, David works with international clients.

How much does therapy with David Ackerman cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Online therapy often raises the question of whether remote work can truly help. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or navigating life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for supporting progress and change.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain regular appointments alongside work, family and other commitments.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients may choose a different therapist anytime if they prefer a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical and accessible route to regular, professional support.

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